Did I Ever Tell You The One About... MF DOOM

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S2: MF DOOM, Part 5 - Everything's Changed Nov 15, 2021

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Zev Love X comes home from tour and is hit with not only the loss of his brother Subroc (killed in a hit and run accident), but creative differences with Elektra Records throw turmoil into his professional life. With the help of his new found family uptown, know as the “CM Fam," Zev Love X begins to rebuild his life and his career, but with a new viewpoint… and a new name.

In this episode we hear from friends and family on Doom's mental and emotional state and how the transformation to MF Doom begins.

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S2: MF DOOM, Part 4 - RIP Subroc Nov 08, 2021

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KMD and the Elektra Records Rap groups go on tour and the group starts to finds their way. Brand Nubian and Leaders Of The New School all share how KMD and the group members being to change and evolve. While continuing to work on the next album and work on themselves, tragedy strikes when DJ Subroc is killed. This tragedy shakes Zev Love X to his core and his life begins to turn. Friends and family share their personal view of that time as well as their memories of the wake, the funeral, and of Doom after the loss of his brother.

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S2: MF DOOM, Part 3 - Gas Face Genesis Nov 01, 2021

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3rd Bass and KMD are now signed and music is flowing. KMD, being recently signed to Elektra records starts to promote their debut album, Mr Hood. Elektra Records in 1990 had one of the strongest hip hop rosters with artists like Del Tha Funky Homosapien, Leaders Of The New School, and Brand Nubian. KMD hits the road and experiences life on the road. Some of their fellow Elektra records artists share their experiences of their time on the road with KMD, and their transformation.

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S2: MF DOOM, Part 2 - "When I Get On, You Get On": GYP, KMD and X EvoLveZ Oct 25, 2021

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In this episode, we dig deeper into the relationship between M.C. Serch and the GYP (The Get Yourz Posse). Take a ride with us to Long Beach, New York, and hear how this little beach town became the center of Serch’s life.
DOOM and Subroc’s crib was where the formation of all their biggest ideas and master plans were conceptualized. Along with Ahmed’s basement, directly across the street, this little area was where the GYP and KMD was birthed. Hip hop, along with the help of Islam, helped these young minds develop a strong sense of self and a viewpoint that played a crucial part in their music and the development of their individual personalities.
This episode also looks into the evolution of KMD and Onyx -The Birthstone Kid (Last living member of KMD) Onyx shares his memories of bonding with his brothers for the first time, and tells the story of how a vicious dog played a key role in all of their paths crossing. We also hear the tale of how a trip in a car to the local mall bore a well-known saying in pop culture, still used to this day.

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S2: MF DOOM, Part 1 - "Art" From Long Beach Oct 25, 2021

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In the first episode, we take it back to Summer 2021. MF DOOM’s block is being posthumously named after him and his group KMD and it’s here where we take it back to Doom’s beginnings first in England, then all the way to Long Island, with commentary from his brother Dimbaza and Sister Tanjie, along with loved ones who knew DOOM aka Daniel Dumile, best.
M.C. Serch also shares how he met and formed a bond with Doom that spanned 2 decades with this irrefutable legend of hip hop. For the first time ever, get a look into how DOOM's upbringing and New York misadventures created this unique and irreplaceable artist.
We also hear how M.C. Serch, already on his way to making a name for himself, makes DOOM a promise he would keep.

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Sneak Peek - Premieres October 25th! Oct 12, 2021

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Listen to a special "sneak peek" of Did I Ever Tell You The One About... Season 2 before the premiere on October 25th!

This season takes an in-depth and personal look at the life and career of rapper MF DOOM going back to his early days as Zev Love X and his first group KMD, to his return as the enigmatic, emcee with the signature mask. MF DOOM or simply DOOM, was a British-American rapper and record producer. Known best for his intricate wordplay, signature metal mask, and "supervillain" stage persona, Dumile became a major figure of underground hip hop and alternative hip hop in the 2000s. He remained an influential figure in the landscape until his untimely death on October 31, 2020. Set to release one-year after his passing, this 10 episode season features stories from family, friends and a who’s who of hip-hop legends… all told in immersive sound design with Doom’s music providing the soundtrack.

Episodes 1 & 2 drop October 25th, with new episodes releasing every Monday.

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Season 2: "Did I Ever Tell You the One About... MF DOOM" (Official Trailer) Oct 04, 2021

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The Timeless Podcast Company presents Season 2 of the documentary podcast series "Did I Ever Tell You the One About…” This season takes an in-depth and personal look at the life and career of rapper MF DOOM going back to his early days as Zev Love X and his first group KMD, to his return as the enigmatic, emcee with the signature mask. MF DOOM or simply DOOM, was a British-American rapper and record producer. Known best for his intricate wordplay, signature metal mask, and "supervillain" stage persona, Dumile became a major figure of underground hip hop and alternative hip hop in the 2000s. He remained an influential figure in the landscape until his untimely death on October 31, 2020. Set to release one-year after his passing, this 10 episode season features stories from family, friends and a who’s who of hip-hop legends… all told in immersive sound design with Doom’s music providing the soundtrack.

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S1: Big Daddy Kane, Part 9 - "Hip-Hop To Hollywood" Jun 14, 2021

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Meteor Man, Gunmen and Posse all showed Kane had acting chops in movies. Unfortunately, Kane himself had proven to be his own worst enemy. After his time in Hollywood was over, Kane went back to Warner Brothers and found himself contemplating his future with the label. He realized he wasn't as focused on his last couple of albums. Either way he was happy he met and worked with all the artists he did during that time, including Madonna. Who happened to be working on a new book...

Additional commentary by Drip, Lionel Martin, Ralph McDaniels, Mister Cee and Little Daddy Shane

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S1: Big Daddy Kane, Part 8 - "We On A World Tour" Jun 07, 2021

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Kane continues to push the envelope of Hip Hop by merging it with R&B and working with the legendary Patti LaBelle. After touring with Patti, Kane took notes of what he could incorporate within his show once again proving he was more than a Hip Hop artist, he was an artist period. He goes out on his 1st headlining tour with Digital Underground, Queen Latifah, MC Lyte & 3rd Bass. Memories of backstage water gun fights and building with a young Tupac Shakur are takeaways from these more innocent times. Additional commentary by Drip, AB. Money and Mister Cee

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S1: Big Daddy Kane, Part 7 - "From Hollerations To Collaborations" May 31, 2021

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From 1990 to 1991 Kane released two more albums, "Taste Of Chocolate" and "Prince Of Darkness". On the first, Kane worked with unique artists such as Malcolm X's daughter Gamilah Shabazz and Rudy Ray Moore aka Dolemite. Kane was now at a point in his career where he was able to reach out to the artists that he grew up idolizing. Artists like Barry White who he found he had much in common. On "Prince Of Darkness", the posse cut "Come On Down" was to have a different line up. Luckily Q-Tip was there to fill the gap. Additional commentary by Mister Cee and Cutmaster Cool V

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